GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) announced significant academic performance gains for the second consecutive year this week, with district leaders celebrating what they call a remarkable transformation. District Climbs from 91st to 62nd in State Rankings Since Dr. Marc A. Whichard assumed the superintendent role in summer 2023, the district has experienced…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — At its regular monthly meeting on June 2, the Wayne County Board of Education approved a series of significant leadership changes that will take effect July 1, 2025. The changes include new principals for several schools and the appointment of two new assistant superintendents. Tabari Wallace Named Principal of Carver Heights Elementary…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – The Wayne County Board of Education has announced the appointment of Randy Meisenhelder as the new principal of Spring Creek Middle School, effective July 1, 2025. Meisenhelder, who currently serves as assistant principal at Spring Creek High School, will step into the role following the retirement of longtime principal Dr. Tammy Keel…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. — Andrea Freile, Family Engagement & Communications Coordinator for Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS), has been awarded the esteemed Leadership North Carolina (LNC) Stanley Frank Class Award, a recognition presented annually to a participant whose leadership has significantly enhanced the quality of life, economic well-being, or community spirit across North Carolina. The award…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) recognized outstanding educators and staff during its annual “Celebration of Excellence” held Tuesday evening at the Lane Tree Conference Center. The event celebrated the district’s top staff awards and honored individuals who exemplify dedication, leadership, and innovation in education. Outgoing 2024-2025 North Carolina Teacher of the Year, Heather Smith, opened the…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) will host its second Job Fair of the year on Tuesday, May 13, as the district continues efforts to recruit a wide range of certified and classified staff to support its schools. The event will be held from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Gertrude Weil Auditorium…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – On Tuesday, May 6, Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) will host its annual Celebration of Excellence & Awards Program to honor outstanding educators and staff for the 2025-2026 school year. The event will be held at 6:00 PM at the Lane Tree Conference Center in Goldsboro. The program will recognize the district’s…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education has made available a list of important committee meetings scheduled for April 16, 2025, at the WCPS Central Services building, 2001 E. Royall Avenue, Goldsboro. The schedule of events for the day is as follows: Closed Session Each committee will discuss different aspects of the operations…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC – Friday the community ventured out to Downtown Goldsboro, while purpling up in support of military child month. Heather Winstead District Military Liaison with Wayne County Public Schools announced during the April city hall meeting that she would like for the community to join her and her team Friday at Downtown Goldsboro, wearing…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC – Thursday, job seekers and local businesses came out together for the 2025 Career Expo & Job Fair, hosted by the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. Local high schools encouraged their sophomores, juniors, and seniors to come out and explore a variety of 16 career clusters that attend the Career Expo & Job…… read more »
